DAVE AGUINALDO
Sunshine West,VIC
Summary
- Led teams in executing welding and maintenance tasks in challenging environments. Oversaw operations as a boilermaker, fitter, and welder on international oil and chemical tanker vessels for 12 years. Currently managing responsibilities with Downer EDI Rail as a boilermaker and special class welder. Leveraged extensive experience to drive project success and operational efficiency.
- Prioritized and implemented health, safety, environment, and quality protocols to maintain operational integrity.
- Mentored novice team members to enhance their capabilities and confidence in their roles.
- Applied advanced welding techniques to ensure precision in joining and fabricating parts for optimal functionality.
- Oversaw the interpretation of blueprints, sketches, and charts to guide project execution. Facilitated communication among team members to enhance understanding of technical instructions. Championed adherence to project guidelines for optimal outcomes.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
- Executed welding and fabrication tasks with exceptional precision to ensure high-quality results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deck mechanic/ Boilermaker Welder Leading Hand Engineering
CSL Ships Australia
- In charge of Deck maintenance on board the ship such as; maintaining/fitting of cargo oil and hydraulic pumps, repairing / fabricating of freshwater/seawater lines, steam lines, pneumatic/hydraulic lines.
- Undertaking maintenance tasks of all types conveyors, screening/sieving, crushing, separation and segregation system.
- Replacing/repairing of critical components such as; drive supports, gear boxes, idlers/rollers, conveyor/screening parts and structures.
- Maintain and use mechanical equipment and effectively diagnose and fault find.
- Extensive knowledge on proper welding techniques for various alloys; maintaining equipment, tools, and a variety of welding devices.
- Comprehensive knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatic system.
- Safely carrying out shutdown maintenance tasks in the mining equipment and machineries as directed by FOTB Manager.
- Wide Experience in performing according to different code welding for boilermaker construction prior to UT,Radiograph and MPI test.
- Meticulously Boilermaker with mechanical aptitude.
- Attending Cargo and any other deck operations.
- FIFO 6 weeks on 6 weeks off roster
- FOTB Spencer Gulf
Boilermaker Welder
Downer EDI
09.2018 - 07.2024
- Wide Experience in performing according to different code welding for boilermaker construction prior to UT,Radiograph and MPI test.
- Profound Knowledge of Body building/Repair of Trams.
- Immense ability to interpret blueprints and plans.
- Operational knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
- Familiarity with safety policies.
- Outstanding ability to resolve technical problems.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment.
- Meticulously Boilermaker with mechanical aptitude.
- Yarra Trams East Preston Depot
Maintenance Boilermaker/Fitter
SKM Recycling
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Undertaking maintenance tasks of all types conveyors, screening/sieving, crushing, separation and segregation system.
- Replacing/repairing of critical components such as; drive supports, gear boxes, idlers/rollers, conveyor/screening parts and structures.
- Maintain and use mechanical equipment and effectively diagnose and fault find.
- Extensive knowledge on proper welding techniques for various alloys; maintaining equipment, tools, and a variety of welding devices.
- Comprehensive knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatic system.
- Weekend shutdowns
FIFO Boilermaker Welder and Fitter
LinkForce Engineering
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Safely carrying out shutdown maintenance tasks in the mining equipment and machineries as directed by shutdown Maintenance Supervisor.
- Extensive knowledge on maintaining crushers, conveyor systems, pumps, pipe work, ball mill, concentrators, vibrating screens, and feeders, cyclones, and all associated tanks and launders and steel works.
- Repair maintenance on mobile plant/earth moving equipment such as; Chassis , Tray and Buckets.
- Experience on mobile plant such as; CAT and Hitachi and other equipment.
- Thorough knowledge on variety of welding application, fabrication, grinding, and fitting.
- Profound knowledge on installation of new equipment or modifications to new existing equipment.
- Ensuring all activities are effective through cross function liaison and team work in accordance with the professional standards established by the Maintenance team.
- Participating JHA, SWMS, Toolbox talks, Take fives and any other safety procedures at all times.
- FIFO 3:1/ 2:1 roster
Leadhand Boilermaker Welder
Krueger Transport Equipment
10.2014 - 05.2018
- Providing trade guidance and assistance as part of a work team.
- Taking directions from a workshop manager, and direct the crew independently in his/her absence.
- Thoroughly understand and implement quality control techniques.
- Work under independent supervision either individually or in a team environment.
- Implementing safety at all times.
- Taking part in Fabrication process in hands on work according to company deadlines.
- Attending safety meeting as part of company OHS representative duty.
Boilermaker/ Welder
Krueger Transport Equipment
02.2014 - 10.2014
- Wide Experience in performing welding for boilermaker construction.
- Profound Knowledge of Body building of semitrailer truck.
- Immense ability to interpret blueprints and plans.
- Operational knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
- Familiarity with safety policies.
- Outstanding ability to resolve technical problems.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment.
Pumpman/ Fitter Welder/ Oil Cargo Operator
Teekay Shipping Inc.
05.2003 - 04.2014
- In charge of Deck maintenance on board the ship such as; maintaining/fitting of cargo oil and hydraulic pumps, repairing / fabricating of freshwater/seawater lines, steam lines, pneumatic/hydraulic lines.
- Perform general mechanical and machining including the use of lathes and milling machines.
- Extensive experience in operating and maintaining different types of valves.
- Conducted MIG/TIG/SMAW/oxy-acetylene welding operation in 6G pipe, overhead flat and vertical stances in plate and tin sheets 5mm down to 1mm thin.
- Used callipers and straightedges to align metal welding.
- Inspected equipment for problems and flaws and notified supervisors accordingly.
- Cut metal work components using hand and power tools.
- Used precision equipment to measure metal gaps grooves and angles.
- Conducted dimension tolerance and hydrostatic tests.
- Transported heavy materials using forklifts, cranes, and lifting gears.
- Comprehensive knowledge in working inside confined space with breathing apparatus such as; cargo oil tank, fresh water tank, fuel oil tank, pump room, seawater ballast tank.
- Ability to use different types of gas measuring system (portable and fixed).
Trade Assistant/Welder
Stolt-Nielsen Transportation Group,Inc.
08.2004 - 02.2002
- Provide assistance to Deck/Engine fitter and Engineer to complete routine tasks and repairs
- Conducted SMAW/MIG welding operation in overhead flat and vertical stances
- Adjusted rod amperage and speed to fix welding process problems
- Removed rough welding surfaces with portable grinder and sander.
Education
Ship Mechanic Technology - undefined
Don Bosco Technological Institute
Makati, Philippines01.2000
Skills
- Applied in-depth knowledge of sheet metal and pipe welding techniques to ensure high-quality construction and repair of industrial systems
- Applied comprehensive understanding of mechanical tools and equipment to support maintenance and repair activities
- Fostered collaboration and productivity by leveraging strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Diagnosed technical issues and carried out routine maintenance tasks to maintain equipment reliability and performance
- Analyzed and translated complex schematics and blueprints to facilitate effective project planning and implementation
- Applied superior technical problem-solving expertise to identify and resolve issues, ensuring seamless functionality of systems
- Utilized a wide range of power and hand tools to achieve high-quality workmanship in tasks
- Analyzed and optimized chemical and oil tanker pump distribution systems to ensure reliable performance and safety compliance
- Maintained high performance levels while working on ships and offshore for prolonged periods
Certification
- MEM 30305 CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING-FABRICATION TRADE(WELDING)
- AMSA Medical
- MSIC
- CERTIFICATE OF SAFETY TRAINING
- RED LOCK ISOLATION
- INTRODUCTION TO SUPERVISION TRAINING
- INTERNATIONAL MARINE WELDING SOCIETY SMAW
- INTERNATIONAL MARINE WELDING SOCIETY FCAW
- INTERNATIONAL MARINE WELDING SOCIETY GMAW
- INTERNATIONAL MARINE WELDING SOCIETY GTAW
- GAS WELDING/CUTTING AND BRAZING
- DOGGING
- CONSTRUCTION INDUCTION(WHITE CARD)
- LICENSE TO PERFORM HIGH RISK WORK (FORKLIFTS)
- CONFINED SPACE ENTRY AND BREATHING APPARATUS
- WORKING AT HEIGHTS
- OVERHEAD CRANE
- EWP SCISSOR LIFT
- FIRST AID
- PROFICIENCY IN FAST RESCUE BOAT
- PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE BOATS
- CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY-NAVIGATION DECK RATING
- GENERAL TANKER FAMILIARIZATION
- BASIC SAFETY TRAINING
- SHORE BASED FIRE FIGHTING
- IN HOUSE CHEMICAL TANKER COURSE-STOLT NIELSEN TRANSPORTATION GROUP
- IN HOUSE ROPE WORKS FOR RATINGS-STOLT NIELSEN
Timeline
Boilermaker Welder
Downer EDI
09.2018 - 07.2024
FIFO Boilermaker Welder and Fitter
LinkForce Engineering
05.2018 - 09.2018
Maintenance Boilermaker/Fitter
SKM Recycling
09.2017 - 12.2019
Leadhand Boilermaker Welder
Krueger Transport Equipment
10.2014 - 05.2018
Boilermaker/ Welder
Krueger Transport Equipment
02.2014 - 10.2014
Trade Assistant/Welder
Stolt-Nielsen Transportation Group,Inc.
08.2004 - 02.2002
Pumpman/ Fitter Welder/ Oil Cargo Operator
Teekay Shipping Inc.
05.2003 - 04.2014
Deck mechanic/ Boilermaker Welder Leading Hand Engineering
CSL Ships Australia
Ship Mechanic Technology - undefined
Don Bosco Technological Institute